Missouri turkey hunters can expect a challenging spring season according to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). The spring turkey hunting season starts with a youth-only weekend April 4 and 5 followed by the regular spring season April 20 through May 10. MDC Turkey Biologist Reina Tyl expects spring turkey hunting to be challenging. “A […]
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Bureau of Land Management to offer wild horses, burros for adoption at event in Carthage, Missouri
Wild horses and burros from public rangelands in Western states will be available for adoption or sale at an event managed by the Bureau of Land Management, on April 24 – 25, 2020, at The Civil War Arena, 11838 Civil War Road, Carthage, Missouri. The adoption, which is free and open to the public, will […]
Authorities in Trenton report the arrest of 2 on Sunday
A Trenton man was arrested Sunday for an alleged second violation of tampering with a Trenton Municipal Utility meter. Fifty-six-year-old Donald Keith Swigart is to appear in the Associate Division of Grundy County Circuit Court on March 24th. The warrant accuses Swigart of second-degree tampering of a utility meter – second or subsequent offense on […]
Livingston County officials request public to limit access to courthouse
Because of Coronavirus concerns, the Livingston County Commission has requested effective immediately, limited activity at the courthouse in Chillicothe. Officials are asking if business by the public can be conducted by telephone or e-mail, to do that instead of entering the building. The Livingston County Courthouse includes offices of the court, assessor, county clerk, commissioners, […]
North Mercer School District cancels after-school activities
The North Mercer School District announces several decisions impacting activities previously scheduled through March 27th. All after-school activities, with the exception of the 21st Century After School Program, are being suspended for two weeks. This includes all MSHSAA activities; academic team and track and field, FFA, FBLA, and elementary basketball. All Mercer school field trips […]
Livingston County Health Center releases statement on COVID-19
Livingston County Health Center has received inquiries regarding the significant rise in cases of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) reported across the United States. The worry is understandable and we encourage our community members to follow this evolving situation, to get the facts from reliable sources such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health […]
City of Chillicothe cancels Town Hall meeting
Tonight’s (Monday, March 16, 2020) Town Hall meeting in Chillicothe has been canceled. The city clerks office cited the announcement from the Governor’s office to limit those attending public gatherings out of concern for the coronavirus. The city of Chillicothe will still be voting on a city sales tax proposal on April 7th to benefit […]
Chillicothe School District to close for 3 weeks
The Chillicothe School District is canceling all classes beginning Tuesday, March 17, 2020, for a minimum of three weeks out of concerns for the Coronavirus. The Chillicothe School District website includes a letter for parents, patrons, students, and staff. It noted the decision by Chillicothe administrators to cancel classes was made with guidance from the […]
Local schools and organizations announce cancellations and closures due to Coronavirus concerns
Due to concerns of spreading the Coronavirus, announcements continue to be made regarding cancellation or postponement of area community events and school information. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, along with Governor Mike Parson, has recommended no public gatherings of 50 or more people through April 30th except for schools, daycare facilities, and businesses. […]
Coronavirus Information: How organizations are handling the issue statewide
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education continues to receive many questions about COVID-19 and how it impacts student attendance, school closure, assessments, and virtual education opportunities. We are aware that local education agencies must consider a number of factors when making decisions in this current situation. Administrative Memo COM-20-001, issued from the Commissioner […]
Hamilton man arrested on allegations of illegal drugs
The highway patrol reports the arrest of a Hamilton man for alleged illegal drugs. Forty-six-year- old Thomas Holder of Hamilton was taken into custody Sunday morning in Clinton County, then taken to jail on a 24-hour hold. The patrol accused Thomas Holder of felony possession of a controlled substance, felony driving while revoked, along with […]
Fifth person tests positive in Missouri for COVID-19
An individual in southwest Missouri’s Greene County has tested positive today for COVID-19. In a press release from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the state says the case is travel-related. Springfield – Greene County Health Department staff are working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Missouri Department […]
Governor Parson calls for limit on public gathering size, with some exceptions
To limit the spread of COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recommended no gatherings of 50 people or more for the next eight weeks. In a press release today, Gov. Mike Parson is calling for the cancellation or suspension of gatherings that exceed the size limit, except for daycares, businesses, K-12 schools, […]
Missouri to receive federal guidance this week on $13 million in coronavirus funding
Missouri’s budget director testified Sunday in Jefferson City that he expects federal guidance early this week on what the Show-Me State can spend its coronavirus funding on. State Budget Director Dan Haug tells the House Budget Committee that Missouri is expected to receive at least $13 million in federal funding. “Right now we do know […]
17 defendants indicted for $10 million conspiracy to distribute 1,000 kilos of methamphetamine
A total of 17 defendants, primarily from the Kansas City metropolitan area, have been indicted for their roles in a nearly $10 million conspiracy to distribute almost 1,000 kilograms of methamphetamine. Fahrudin F. Fejzic, also known as “Frank,” 48, Steven M. Lyons, also known as “Pops,” 60, Shelly Marie Exton, 38, Mary L. Corona, 38, […]
Missouri trucker pleads guilty to transporting minors for sex
A Republic, Missouri, truck driver pleaded guilty in federal court to transporting two Missouri teenagers across state lines and sexually assaulting them. Cleveland Lee Crumsey, 37, pleaded guilty before U.S. Chief Magistrate Judge David P. Rush to one count of transporting a minor across state lines to engage in criminal sexual activity. By pleading guilty, […]
Icy road causes crash south of La Plata
A La Plata resident received minor injuries when the sports utility vehicle she was driving slid off snow-and-ice-covered Highway 63 and overturned south of La Plata. Forty-six-year old Marsha Salassa refused medical treatment at the scene. The crash happened Saturday morning nearly two miles south of La Plata as the vehicle was southbound on Highway […]
Excelsior Springs man injured in crash near Cameron
The patrol reports an Excelsior Springs resident was seriously injured when the pickup truck he was driving was hit from behind by another pickup truck near Cameron. Fifty-seven-year-old John Swoboda of Excelsior Springs was taken to Liberty Hospital. The driver of the other pickup, 20-year old Collin Switlik of Cameron, was not reported hurt. The […]
Patrol reports the arrest of two over the weekend
The patrol reports an Independence man, 21-year0old Sonny Stanley, was arrested early Sunday in Clinton County and accused of felony counts of possessing marijuana and a controlled substance. Stanley also was accused of possession of drug paraphernalia and exceeding the posted speed limit. He was taken to the Clinton County sheriff’s office. A Cameron resident, […]
Pancake feed raises $450 for THS mascot program
A pancake feed Saturday in Trenton raised 450 dollars for the mascot program at Trenton High School and middle school. Dave Burkeybile, who oversees the team, says there’s enough money now to purchase a new bulldog suit for the next school year. The new suit will cost around $1,200. The mascots also run a concession […]